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On Both Sides of the Diagnosis: A Survival Guide for Children and Adults by a Childhood Cancer Survivor Who Became a Doctor    by Terry O. Scott
Price: $9.99 USD. 31010 words. Published on January 15, 2012. .

Death crept closely to me when at fifteen years old I was diagnosed with leukemia. Within a few days, a priest came to my room at Children's Hospital of Michigan, in Detroit, to administer my last rites: prayers said to the dying and the dead. However, I would not go gently. I am now a physician, and in this book I will tell you how I rose to capture my dreams, and how my story can help you.
The Eternal Knot    by T.K. Toppin
Price: $5.99 USD. 114760 words. Published by Champagne Books  on January 26, 2012. .

Forever just got longer.
The Zone    by RW Krpoun
Price: $0.99 USD. 98060 words. Published on February 27, 2012. .

The story of Martin, a medically retired police officer struggling with loss and isolation who is caught up in a plague that turns a city into a zombie madhouse. Torn between survivor’s guilt, ingrained habit, and a desire to restore his faith in himself, Martin faces countless challenges as he struggles to make sense of senseless events, and fights for survival.
Growing up in spite of Hitler    by Peter Grabow
Price: $9.99 USD. 30660 words. Published on March 23, 2012. .

Many books have been written about the brutality and atrocities committed by the unbelievably evil government of Nazi Germany. The author, born three years before Hitler came to power has now reached the age of 82 and is therefore part of a generation inevitably and steadily reducing in numbers and feels compelled to write his story as it unfolded within his war-torn country.
Sebastian and the Invisible Island, Book 2: Green Pelicans    by Michael Hogan
Price: $0.99 USD. 10000 words. Published on April 18, 2012. .

Sebastian Linus Youngfield is sailing the world with his parents, Cameron and Anne, when their voyage takes a dramatic turn in the South Pacific. A massive storm blows in leaving Sebastian adrift at sea in a small dinghy. To survive the adventures ahead, he must cast fear into the depths and summon every skill learned in his young life.
Against All Odds - a Miracle of Holocaust Survival    by Edith Lucas Pagelson
Price: $4.99 USD. 36580 words. Published on May 11, 2012. .

The personal story of a young Jewish girl trapped in Nazi Germany. Separated from her younger sister, Edith and her mother witness the farce of the Red Cross visit to Terezin, escape the gas chambers of Auschwitz, and survive the labor camps of the Russian Front. This is a story of horror and miracles, and of triumph against all odds.
Aftermath: Found    by Richard Schwarz
Price: Free! 2650 words. Published on May 12, 2012. .

In the wastelands of America silent predators stalk their victim. For a survivor in these ruins they must learn to run and hide. Except for one lone man who would rather be found. Armed to the teeth he finds it easier when people don't know his name. For one lone survivor, she will learn to become his voice.
The Survival Guide for Interesting Times    by Steve Gillman
Price: $5.99 USD. 75660 words. Published on May 30, 2012. .

Interesting times can come to a nation or an individual, and this guide will help you get ready in either case. Surviving everything from a job loss to a nuclear bomb is covered. Other subjects include how to survive debt, social chaos, dog attacks, plane crashes, car chases, gun fights, wilderness emergencies, currency collapses, dictators and general economic troubles.
Another Chance at Life: A Breast Cancer Survivor's Journey    by Leonore H. Dvorkin
Price: $3.99 USD. 34850 words. Published on June 1, 2012. .

This is the story of my 1998 breast cancer and mastectomy (with no reconstruction). The book deals primarily with the surprising emotional benefits I gained. The five appendices offer a wealth of practical information on risk factors for breast cancer, ways to help prevent it, and much more. "Beautiful, moving, informative, uplifting." "A terrific read – well-written, frank, and honest."
Sebastian and the Invisible Island, Book 4: The Battle for Home    by Michael Hogan
Price: $0.99 USD. 12350 words. Published on June 13, 2012. .

Sebastian Linus Youngfield is sailing the world with his parents when their voyage takes a dramatic turn in the South Pacific. A massive storm blows in leaving Sebastian adrift at sea in a small dinghy. To survive the adventures ahead, he must cast fear into the depths and summon every skill learned in his young life.